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Movers and Shakers: Losing Your Voice

Rory’s Always On Newsletter • 786 implied HN points • 15 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Parkinson's Treatment Therapy
  1. The podcast episode discusses the lesser-known symptom of speech impairment in Parkinson's disease.
  2. People with Parkinson's, like Mark Mardell and Gillian Lacey-Solymar, can experience significant voice changes.
  3. DBS treatment for Parkinson's can have side effects on speech, but specialized training like LSVT can help improve voice quality.

Insomnia Advice

Thing of Things • 176 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Insomnia Sleep Therapy Medication Advice
  1. If you have occasional insomnia, believing that lying down with your eyes closed can be almost as beneficial as sleeping might help.
  2. For chronic insomnia, consider trying antidepressants or other sleeping medications under your doctor's guidance. Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia is also effective.
  3. Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia involves following a strict routine, including tracking sleep patterns, setting a consistent wake-up time, and avoiding napping during the day.
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Finding Joy • 176 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Relationships Therapy Self-awareness
  1. Neuroplasticity influences our relationships by shaping our attachment patterns from early experiences.
  2. Understanding your attachment style can help navigate relationships and develop self-awareness.
  3. Attachment styles are not fixed and can be modified through corrective experiences and forming new mental pathways.

Are You Anxious?

Are You Okay? • 878 implied HN points • 24 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Anxiety Therapy Physical health Self-awareness
  1. Anxiety is a natural part of being human and has been essential for our survival throughout history.
  2. Anxiety can have serious negative effects if triggered excessively or inappropriately over time, impacting both mental and physical health.
  3. Understanding your baseline anxiety level, triggers, coping mechanisms, and seeking help when needed are crucial steps in managing anxiety and improving overall well-being.

Tackling Imposter Syndrome: You’re Not Alone!

Mindful Matrix • 139 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-Improvement Therapy Personal Growth
  1. Imposter syndrome is common - that feeling of not being good enough or like a fraud.
  2. Setting too high standards can lead to feeling like a failure even when you're doing well.
  3. To tackle imposter syndrome: remember it's just a feeling, celebrate your wins, talk about your feelings, learn from mistakes, and don't hesitate to seek help.

My Left Shoulder Blade Is Possessed By a Minor Demon

Atlas of Wonders and Monsters • 814 implied HN points • 08 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Stress Mental health Self-care Anxiety Therapy
  1. The generalized stress demon doesn't thrive on specific events but lingers when an unsolved issue exists
  2. When facing stress, it's common for a mixture of factors to be the cause rather than a single source
  3. Learning to coexist with stress demons may involve accepting that sometimes they come and go without a clear solution

Friday Q&A: about menopause providers; ozempic; when to see a therapist; & … do physical exams matter?

Are You Okay? • 359 implied HN points • 01 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Menopause Weight Loss Therapy
  1. Finding a reputable menopause doctor can be done through organizations like the North American Menopause Society for certified practitioners or by educating your own doctor about the latest data on hormone replacement therapy.
  2. The use of Ozempic for weight loss raises ethical concerns for some individuals, especially if they have a history of yo-yo dieting. It's important to carefully consider the implications before starting this medication.
  3. The Q&A post covers various health topics like menopause providers, Ozempic use, seeing a therapist, and the relevance of physical exams, providing valuable insights for readers.

Mixing antidepressants and psychedelics: 5 Questions for psychopharmacologist Kelan Thomas

The Microdose • 589 implied HN points • 05 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Medication Psychedelics Therapy Treatment Safety
  1. Psychedelic clinical trials often exclude participants taking SSRIs to isolate the effects of the single drug being studied.
  2. The main risk of mixing SSRIs and psychedelics is serotonin toxicity, but in healthy volunteers, the risk seems low.
  3. Tapering off SSRIs can have risks, including the return of depression or anxiety symptoms and serotonin discontinuation syndrome.

Psilocybin sessions have begun in Oregon, DC-based PAC New Approach enters Massachusetts, and a tangle of patent claims

The Microdose • 452 implied HN points • 21 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychedelics Therapy Cancer Treatment
  1. Psilocybin sessions have begun in Oregon under the state's regulated access system.
  2. DC-based PAC New Approach is behind a psychedelics ballot initiative in Massachusetts.
  3. A lawsuit involving patent claims over a synthetic psychedelic compound has added complexity in the field of psychedelics.

Can AIs provide psychedelic therapy? 5 Questions for chatbot ChatGPT

The Microdose • 550 implied HN points • 21 Feb 23
🕹 Technology AI Psychedelics Chatbots Therapy Ethics
  1. ChatGPT states it may not be able to provide psychedelic-assisted therapy like a human therapist due to the need for personal connection and emotional support.
  2. Ethical and legal considerations in using AI for therapy involve informed consent, data privacy, liability, regulation, and ensuring access for all patients.
  3. Mystical experiences on psychedelics are described as profound, ineffable, and life-changing, involving a sense of unity with the universe and a deep emotional impact.

Can you write yourself right?

Your Midlife Matters with Alana Kirk, the Midlife Coach • 39 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Journaling Midlife Therapy Emotions
  1. In times of struggle, reaching out for help, therapy, and self-reflection can be key to rebuilding and reconnecting with oneself.
  2. Journaling, even if just a few words a day, is a powerful tool for self-discovery and processing emotions.
  3. Building a consistent journaling habit, whether morning, evening, or in moments of need, can transform your relationship with yourself and empower you to live authentically.

Psychedelics as Catalysts for Recovery

Deep Fix • 471 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Addiction Recovery Psychedelics Therapy Holistic health
  1. Psychedelics can be powerful tools for helping individuals facing addiction move towards recovery by promoting neural growth and restoring the gut-brain connection.
  2. Psychedelics should not be seen as shortcuts in recovery, but as catalysts that help individuals confront their darkness and engage in the healing process.
  3. By supporting the diversity of life within personal ecosystems, psychedelics can ignite 'second-stage recovery' and provide hope to those facing addiction.

What’s happening inside the brain on LSD? Colorado psychedelics legislation flies through state Senate, and Oregon gets its first licensed testing lab

The Microdose • 471 implied HN points • 28 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychedelics Legislation Therapy Research Mental health
  1. Scientists study brain activity on LSD and find altered connectivity and self-inhibition.
  2. Colorado Senate passes SB 290 to implement Proposition 122 for psilocybin services in the state.
  3. Oregon licenses its first psilocybin testing lab, but high costs may drive some practitioners underground.

Opposite Action

Brain Lenses • 58 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Emotions Therapy
  1. In times of emotional overwhelm, consider doing the opposite of what you feel like doing.
  2. When overloaded with emotions, our cravings may lead us to actions that make us feel worse.
  3. Research shows that when feeling down, indulging in sad music can intensify the sadness.

Free 24/7 Help

Ben’s Blog 🏉 🧠🧑‍💻 • 43 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Therapy Well-being Self-care Stress
  1. Consider seeking help from AI chatbots for immediate support when feeling overwhelmed and unable to wait for a therapist.
  2. Reflect on the importance of mental health routines during stressful times and remember that temporary disruptions can be managed.
  3. Prioritize brain health by being proactive, staying organized, and seeking professional advice when necessary.

Friday Q&A: on antidepressants; inattention; social anxiety; & “am I taking too many meds?”

Are You Okay? • 359 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Medication Therapy Anxiety Depression
  1. Consider the option of seeking medication for managing depression symptoms if other interventions are not fully effective.
  2. Medication can be a valuable tool in a holistic approach to mental health, when used appropriately and under medical supervision.
  3. When facing intrusive thoughts and anxiety, techniques like recentering oneself and avoiding spirals can be helpful to regain focus.

Is CBT Superior?

Mental Disorder • 275 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Therapy Psychotherapy Efficacy
  1. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) may not be superior to other therapies for treating mental illnesses.
  2. Studies have shown that CBT is effective for depression but not significantly more effective than other psychotherapies.
  3. CBT's reputation as the "gold standard" may influence people to choose it, but other therapies may be just as effective.

Time to Upgrade to Full-blown Aluminum Hazmat Suits

Deep Fix • 216 implied HN points • 22 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Therapy Podcasts Art & Illustration Culture
  1. Social media is a major cause of mental illness in teen girls and screen addiction has negative consequences for many.
  2. Quality podcast interviews can lead to insightful conversations on topics like addiction and healing.
  3. Aesthetics are important for storytelling, emphasizing the value of human-made art over AI-generated creations.